Tennessee Territory to Statehood

This book describes the intrigue-filled times, from 1790 to 1796, when Tennessee was known as the Southwest Territory. The state had an unusual birth, the first to enter the Union by way of a territory. Before joining, the pioneers of the area tested self government more than once. From Watauga Association to Cumberland Compact to the would-be State of Franklin, the citizens ruled themselves without an okay from any outside system.